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Wrightstown NJ Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse Lawsuits

When you or your loved one is taken in as a occupant to a Nursing Home there is an expectation that treatment will be suitable and dignified. The treatment of some of the most susceptible members of our community is so crucial that the New Jersey legislature enacted the Nursing Home Reform Act supplying that every nursing home tenant deserves to be treated with importance and regard, devoid of disparaging and inattentive practices.
According to the Federal Government, more than 1.5 million people live in nursing homes every year throughout the nation. When organizations choose to own and run a nursing home it comes with the responsibility to do it correctly.
The care offered to residents at nursing homes by those utilized at times result in triggering physical, mental or psychosocial damage. Nursing home malpractice is a widespread, growing form of abuse both in your area and nationwide.
Senior man in wheelchair at nursing home

Common Signs Of Nursing Home Abuse Or Neglect in Wrightstown NJ

Whether it is being our own advocate or looking out for a loved one, it might not be as apparent as you think to pick up on the fact that a resident has been the victim of abuse or overlook. Through our prior experience, we have actually learned that you should always be on the lookout for falls with injuries and inexplicable injuries; sudden changes in patient behavior or diagnosis; bedsores or pressure ulcers; rapid weight reduction or malnutrition; unhygienic conditions; overmedication; abrupt or unexpected death; transfer to a medical facility or injury care clinic for infection, inexplicable injuries, or malnutrition; and inadequate staffing or poor quality of personnel.
Usually residents experience lowered movement which provides the increased risk for bed sores, lung issues and orthopedic injuries. The nursing homes that accept these clients are anticipated to have this understanding and customize their care plan accordingly to meet the needs of the senior and bedridden.

Why Choosing an Experienced Nursing Home Attorney Matters

A case against a nursing home is not a typical injury case. The knowledgeable attorneys at Gencarelli and Rimassa Law Firm, LLC have the capability to all at once examine the occurrence, or series of occasions, while working with the appropriate medical specialists who aid in determining what took place, and who is accountable for our client’s injuries.
On top of that, nursing home litigation involves a variety of particular and important state and federal policies that can affect various cases in different methods. Having an lawyer that can perfectly deal with all the medical and legal problems a case provides, while concurrently dealing with opposing counsel and the Court is required to protect you or your loved one the most preferable result. Contact us today for a free assessment to examine your case.

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